From Tokyo to Seoul Guided Tour
Tokyo - Hakone - Hiroshima - Kyoto - Seoul - Busan - Gyeongju
Duration
16 days
Tour Type
Group
Price From
£6,490 pp
Overview: From Tokyo to Seoul Tour
Discover the highlights of Japan and South Korea on this 16-day guided tour, travelling from Tokyo to Seoul. Combining iconic sights, cultural experiences, and fascinating historical locations, this carefully planned itinerary offers the opportunity to explore two captivating countries in a once-in-a-lifetime journey.
Tour Highlights
- Experience Tokyo’s famous landmarks, including Tokyo Tower, the Imperial Palace Plaza, Asakusa Kannon Temple, and a traditional tea ceremony.
- Take in the views of Mt Fuji and Hakone National Park, including the Fuji Centre, Lake Ashi cruise, and Mt Komagatake Aerial Cableway.
- Explore Kyoto’s renowned temples and shrines, including Nijo Castle, the Golden Pavilion, Kiyomizu Temple, and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine.
- Discover Hiroshima’s important landmarks, including the Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Memorial Museum, and Miyajima Island.
- Experience Seoul’s highlights, including Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, local markets, and the DMZ.
- Visit Busan and Gyeongju to explore temples, cultural villages, markets, and UNESCO-listed sites.
Book your From Tokyo to Seoul tour with Emperor Tours and experience a carefully planned journey through two fascinating countries.
Day 1 London Heathrow to Tokyo
Day 1 London Heathrow to Tokyo
Depart London Heathrow for international flight to Tokyo, Japan.
We can also arrange departures from your local airport.
Day 2 Tokyo Arrival
Day 2 Tokyo Arrival
Arrive in Tokyo Narita or Haneda Airport. You will be greeted and transfer by airport limousine bus to hotel in city centre. Rest of day free.
Day 3 Tokyo
Day 3 Tokyo
This morning start with a tour to Tokyo Tower and enjoy a panoramic view from its observatory. Then you will continue to the “Happoen” Japanese Garden, where you will have the opportunity to take part in a traditional tea ceremony. The tour then continues to the Imperial Palace Plaza with a short photo stop. Drive past the National Diet Building (the Japanese House of Parliament) and then take a 40 minute Sumida River cruise from Hinode pier of Tokyo Bay to Asakusa. The tour finishes with a visit to the Asakusa Kannon Temple and Nakamise Shopping Street.
Day 4 Tokyo / Mt Fuji / Hakone
Day 4 Tokyo / Mt Fuji / Hakone
Morning travel to Mt Fuji & Hakone National Park. Visit the Fuji Centre and then drive halfway up Mt Fuji to the 5th Station, enjoying the natural scenery en route.
Then stop for lunch at the Hotel Highland Resort, before continuing to Lake Ashi for a relaxing cruise.
Take a ride on the Mt Komagatake Aerial Cableway, where you will get sweeping views of the celebrated Hakone National Park and Mt Fuji from a distance. Return to Tokyo late afternoon / early evening.
Day 5 Tokyo to Hiroshima
Day 5 Tokyo to Hiroshima
Today take Shinkansen Bullet train to Hiroshima. Upon arrival, check in to hotel and rest of day at leisure.
Day 6 Hiroshima to Kyoto
Day 6 Hiroshima to Kyoto
This morning visit Miyajima Island, Itsukushima Shrine, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum, Atomic Bomb Dome. Travel by bullet train to Kyoto late afternoon. Upon arrival, make your way to hotel in city centre. Rest of day at leisure.
Day 7 Kyoto
Day 7 Kyoto
Today enjoy a full day tour of Kyoto which will include Nijo Castle, the Kyoto residence of the Tokugawa Shogun in 1603, noted for the contrast of its solemn appearance and gorgeous interiors. Then continue to the Golden Pavillion, with the most authentic and exquisite Japanese style garden. Afternoon the tour continues with the Kiyomizu Temple, where you will enjoy a sweeping view of the entire city from its lofty terrace, surrounded by a quaint old lane lined with pottery shops. The tour then takes you to Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. Fushimi Inari Taisha is the head shrine of some 40,000 inari-jinja shrines located all over Japan. The bright red Senbon Torii gates are a must-see attraction.
Day 8 Kyoto
Day 8 Kyoto
Today is free to explore the many other wonderful sights and temples in this traditional old city.
Day 9 Kyoto / Osaka to Seoul
Day 9 Kyoto / Osaka to Seoul
Transfer by shuttle bus to Osaka Kansai Airport for flight to South Korea. Upon arrive at Incheon Airport, be met and transfer to hotel in city centre.
Rest of day at leisure.
Day 10 Seoul
Day 10 Seoul
Today enjoy Seoul city tour to the Gyengbokgung Palace, the National Folklore Museum, Bukchon Hanok Village and Insadong Street.
We’ll also visit a local market and sample street food.
Day 11 Seoul
Day 11 Seoul
Today we embark on a tour to the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) and JSA (Joint Security Area) on the border of North and South Korea. This is a rare opportunity to learn the history and share a glimpse into the most secretive country in the world.
Day 12 Seoul to Busan
Day 12 Seoul to Busan
This morning we take high speed bullet train to Busan – South Korea’s second largest city. Our tour of Busan will take us to Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village, Jagalchi fish market and Busan Tower.
Day 13 Busan to Gyeongju
Day 13 Busan to Gyeongju
Transfer from Busan to Gyeongju, the ancient capital of Korea. Visit the Gyeongju National Museum, Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, Bulguksa Temple, Cheomseongdae Observatory, and Daereungwon Tomb Complex.
Day 14 Gyeongju to Seoul
Day 14 Gyeongju to Seoul
Morning enjoy a trip to Yangdong Folk Village, a 500-year-old UNESCO site located in Gyeongju National Park. After tour, travel back to Seoul by train.
Day 15 Seoul
Day 15 Seoul
Free day to explore on your own.
Day 16 Seoul to London Heathrow
Day 16 Seoul to London Heathrow
After a truly remarkable holiday, transfer to airport for your flight home.
- Tokyo - 4* Keio Plaza Hotel
- Tokyo - 4* Grand Prince Hotel New Takanawa
- Hiroshima - 4* Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
- Kyoto - 3* Yoshi Ima
- Kyoto - 4* Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto
- Seoul - 4* Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Station
- Busan - 4* Ramada Encore by Wyndham Busan Station
- Gyeongju - 4* Sonobell Gyeongju
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